The Forestry degree is a professional program of study accredited by the Society of American Foresters. Accreditation assures students and employers that graduates with a BS in Forestry from UM have the education and technical training necessary to qualify as a professional forester. At UM, we practice and teach conservation Read more…
The forestry program at SKC will set you on the path to a career in multiple resource forest management. By learning the basics of plant growth, forest ecology and the principles and practices of sustainable forest management, you will become qualified for a job with a tribal, state or federal Read more…
Forests cover one-third of the land area in the United States and rangelands cover more than half of the earth’s land surface. Forestry, Rangeland Resource Science, and Applied Fire Science & Management degrees teach you to connect with and manage these lands, ensuring a sustainable future for the nation. At Read more…
Why study forestry at NAU? Students pursuing forestry degrees benefit from a natural environment that includes the world’s largest ponderosa pine forest, the highest mountain range in Arizona, and the red rock country of Sedona—all conveniently located close to Flagstaff. You’ll study with distinguished scientists who are recognized leaders in forestry, Read more…
The Truman D. Picard Scholarship Program is dedicated to the support of Native American students pursuing a higher education in Natural Resources. Preference will be given to students whose degree or area of study directly involves management of Forest Resources. $2,500 for college students (number of awards varies per year) Read more…
The Indigenous Science (IS) Forest Ecology program is designed for students to receive an Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.) upon completion of the requirements. Gikenimindwaa Mitigoog translates to ‘getting to know the trees,’ an apt description for a program that provides graduates with broad-based field knowledge of forest lands, the Read more…
BFWR is now accepting project proposals for 2023 funding. All applications must be submitted to the appropriate BIA Regional Office contact by January 13, 2023. Federally-recognized Tribes and Tribal Organizations may submit project proposals to the Tribal Youth Initiative Program contact at their Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Regional Office. Read more…
These camps offer Alutiiq cultural activities such as learning and practicing the Alutiiq language, traditional art activities, subsistence gathering and preparation, traditional beading, skin sewing, learning from respected Elders, nature walks, creating healthy friendships, banya, and using Dig Afognak’s ropes courses and zip line. For more information please call the Read more…